I have said enough regarding PK. But the only way he is traded this year would see us taking on a terrible contract in return. Even 50% retained, he is not someone who has any value relative to the other guys available for far less commitment.
Palms and Gusev could potentially be 1st rd selections. My concern is that the market has weakened significantly, especially with the time lost due to covid protocols. My guess is one of them gets traded, but we receive a guaranteed 2nd, with a chance of a 1st so long as they meet certain playoff stats/requirement. Good thing we sold for a premium last deadline, because this one will not be nearly as lucrative.
If Vats lands us a 3rd, I am ok with that. Better than nothing, and if you would have told me last season that he'd return for just 2M, I wouldn't have believed you.
- bikeguy99
Yeah if the market isn't stale this year i think we'll be busy, we have multiple rentals that could get something decent back. I don't think Fitz will just be giving players away though, it'll need to be worth it for us. I couldn't care less about getting draft picks, especially in this weak draft. If we're moving out rentals, we should be getting prospects/young players who are ready to make the jump to pro play. I prefer a C+ or B prospect ready to play pro over a 2nd or 3rd round pick, or a B+ or A prospect over a 1st. Keep adding more Footes or Kuokkanens. Im done with adding draft picks who won't be helping this team any time soon
Im expecting it to be a slow deadline period though, don't think much will happen league-wide.
